I use it mainly as the operating system for my tech development work. I'm running some kind of research studio and a database on this.
Freelance Software Engineer + Director of a company at Peter Krall Consulting
An operating system that's pretty stable
Pros and Cons
- "I like how Windows 10 is quite stable."
- "It would be better if there were more integration with Linux and Azure."
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
I like how Windows 10 is quite stable.
What needs improvement?
It would be better if there were more integration with Linux and Azure.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 for several years. I got it when it first came out.
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Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I've been in business since 1980, so I have used many operating systems like Sun. That's what it was called before Oracle bought them.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is straightforward, but it takes some time to download and implement this solution.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I don't pay for my personal use. However, my company certainly has some licenses, but I'm not aware of what they pay for them.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend this solution to new users.
On a scale from one to ten, I would give Windows 10 a nine.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Junior Software Engineer at a computer software company with 201-500 employees
Is secure, stable, and scalable
Pros and Cons
- "It is stable, scalable, and secure. It is also easy to install."
- "It should be more secure and should have an antivirus."
What is most valuable?
It is stable, scalable, and secure. It is also easy to install.
What needs improvement?
It should be more secure and should have an antivirus.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've been using it for almost six months.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It is scalable.
How are customer service and technical support?
Technical support is okay and has been very useful.
How was the initial setup?
The installation is easy.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend Windows 10 and would rate it at nine on a scale from one to ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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Security consultant at a computer software company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Mature, stable, and easy to install
Pros and Cons
- "The solution is stable."
- "Windows is a mature product now and it's secure enough compared to its past versions."
- "Linux is more secure, and, although this solution has come a long way, it would be helpful if they could continue to develop the security aspects of the product."
What is our primary use case?
We primarily use it as a secure operating system. I'm using an operating system in an environment like a bank. Right now, it's a trendy system to use.
What is most valuable?
Windows is a mature product now and it's secure enough compared to its past versions. There are other operating systems, even if you like Linux or Mac, however, this product now has an acceptable risk level and it's improved over the years.
I'm in a banking environment and I'll see people are using the operating system for everything.
The solution is stable.
The product is easy to install.
What needs improvement?
What I am expecting is that soon this will be their last product for me, however, if they go for the next Windows version, that they'll definitely change the kernel to Linux from the current one. Linux is more secure, and, although this solution has come a long way, it would be helpful if they could continue to develop the security aspects of the product.
There likely should be fewer releases going forward.
For how long have I used the solution?
I've been using the solution for around two years at this point. It's been a while.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The stability has been good. There are no bugs or glitches and it doesn't crash or freeze. It's reliable. We had an issue only once about three months ago, where there was an update after which there was application crashed. That said, as a whole, yes, it is a stable operating system.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It's an operating system, and therefore, there isn't really anything about it that needs to scale. It's not an aspect that you need to worry about.
We have 5,000 users on the solution currently.
How are customer service and technical support?
I don't directly deal with technical support. I cannot speak to how helpful or responsive they are.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I've used multiple solutions in the past, including Fedora, CentOS, and Ubuntu - both server and client versions.
I've been switching the operating system based on requirements since 2008. Before 2008, I would stick to Windows only.
How was the initial setup?
The product is very simple to implement. Any kid can install it. It's just a matter of clicks. Nowadays, almost every operating system is a matter of clicks. Installation is not an issue.
I'm not sure how much of a technical team we have to handle any maintenance responsibilities.
What other advice do I have?
I'd rate the solution at an eight out of ten. We've been pleased with its overall capabilities.
Whether or not I would recommend the solution depends on the company. If it's working on open source, then it should stick to Linux. If it's working on closed source too and the company is not worried about the source or any application on the Linux system, then they should remain on Windows. Basically, it depends on the usage.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Owner at Richard Duggan Pty Ltd
Flexible, scales well, and is stable
Pros and Cons
- "It is flexible and it is easy to use."
- "The security features need improvement."
What is our primary use case?
I need Windows for everything that I do.
What is most valuable?
It is flexible and it is easy to use.
What needs improvement?
The security features need improvement. Security is important for everything that we do.
I would like to see more integration, as it is something that is important for us.
The performance can be improved; it is not very clear how you can increase the performance of Windows.
For the ordinary user, there should be some optimization of things that you are told to do from time to time. Most people don't know what to do.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows since it was available.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Windows is a stable solution.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It scales well.
Most of everyone that I know who uses a PC is using Windows.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have not used any other operating system other than Windows.
How was the initial setup?
I was not involved in the initial setup but I believe that it is straightforward.
As a company, you need someone to configure this solution and maintain it.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I do not have to pay for the license, it was included in the initial cost.
What other advice do I have?
I would absolutely recommend this solution to others.
I would rate Windows a nine out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
System Manager at Clover SA
Easy to use with good performance, scalable, and stable
Pros and Cons
- "It's easy to use and the performance is good."
- "I would like to see better pricing and faster support."
- "I am not always happy with the response that I get from technical support. Technical support needs improvement."
What is our primary use case?
I use this solution to run applications.
What is most valuable?
It's easy to use and the performance is good.
What needs improvement?
I would like to see better pricing and faster support.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 for a couple of years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Windows 10 ten is a stable solution.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
This solution is scalable.
We have approximately 3,500 users in our organization.
How are customer service and technical support?
I am not always happy with the response that I get from technical support.
Technical support needs improvement. They could be faster.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I also use OneDrive with Office.
How was the initial setup?
I was not involved in the installation.
What about the implementation team?
I have an IT department that is responsible for the installation.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The licensing fees could be cheaper.
We pay for licensing for the company.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend this solution to others who are interested in using it.
I would rate Windows 10 an eight out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
SAP Architecture Manager at a consultancy with 11-50 employees
Easy to install, quick and easy to use, and has good support
Pros and Cons
- "Windows 10 is quick."
- "Windows 10 is quick, includes many features with many options, and is easy to use."
- "While it is already a stable product, it can be improved."
What is our primary use case?
This solution is used to help the end-user with whatever is required for their day-to-day work.
It is mainly used by the end-user, as their operating system.
What is most valuable?
Windows 10 is quick.
It includes many features with many options.
Also, it is easy to use.
What needs improvement?
They don't use it with any third-party integration, it doesn't require this as it is used by the end-user.
While it is already a stable product, it can be improved.
For how long have I used the solution?
We have been using Windows 10 for three to four years, since it was launched.
Windows 10 is the latest version. I believe they will launch Windows 11 in the next few months.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Windows 10 is a stable product.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It's a scalable solution. It has a very good upgrade path.
We have approximately 50 users in my office.
How are customer service and technical support?
Technical support is good. We have no issues with the technical support from Microsoft.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We did not use any other solution before Windows 10.
How was the initial setup?
The installation is very straightforward.
It takes less than one hour to install and deploy.
We only require one person to maintain this solution. I do it myself for the site.
What about the implementation team?
I completed the installation myself. I did not need the help of a consultant or an integrator.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
The license is built into whatever you have purchased. For example, we purchased our Lenovo laptop and the license for Windows 10 was built in.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
We did not evaluate any other product before choosing Windows 10.
What other advice do I have?
I would rate Windows 10 a nine out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Network and Security Engineer at a tech services company with 11-50 employees
Easy to use, helpful online documentation, but stability need improvement
Pros and Cons
- "The most valuable feature is the ease of use."
- "I have found that Windows 10 could be more stable."
What is our primary use case?
I use Windows 10 as an operating system for my laptop.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature is the ease of use.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using this solution for approximately four years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I have found that Windows 10 could be more stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
We have approximately 25 people using the solution in my organization.
How are customer service and technical support?
I have used online support on Microsoft's website and there is all the documentation I need.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
I have used Windows 7 previously.
How was the initial setup?
The installation is easy. It does not take very long, approximately 30 minutes.
We have one person doing the maintenance of the solution.
What about the implementation team?
The laptop that I am using came preinstalled with Windows 10.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend this solution.
I rate Windows 10 a seven out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
A flexible and stable solution with good performance, but updates should be faster and easier
Pros and Cons
- "The performance works very well and the solution is flexible and stable."
- "The updates are excessively long and take an entire hour during startup, which is ridiculous."
What is our primary use case?
We are using the latest version.
I use the solution as an operating system for my notebook.
What is most valuable?
The performance works very well and the solution is flexible and stable.
What needs improvement?
The updates are excessively long and take an entire hour during startup, which is ridiculous. The solution also does not provide the option of installing updates. There should be an option to restart without needing an update.
I don't like the problem with the updates. The user must restart after downloading an update, but no option is given to do the installation at a later point. This means that the user is faced with the choice of either restarting when he updates or shutting down when he does so. With the former this can take an hour to an hour-and-a-half. This makes no sense.
In short, the updates could be faster and better performing.
While Microsoft does a good job, this is an issue which must be addressed.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 since its release in 2015.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is scalable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is stable.
How are customer service and technical support?
I don't have any issues with the technical support. It's good.
How was the initial setup?
The installation is very easy.
It takes no more than a few minutes.
What about the implementation team?
I handled the implementation on my own. \
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
We already have a license for Windows 10 in our role as Microsoft partners.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend this solution to others.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: My company has a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer. Partner
Senior Manager at a comms service provider with 501-1,000 employees
Easy to use, scalable, and stable but the performance could be improved
Pros and Cons
- "It's user-friendly."
- "Windows 10 is our operating system."
- "The updates could be rolled out every quarter."
- "The performance needs improvement."
What is our primary use case?
Windows 10 is our operating system. Everything we do is done on Windows 10.
What is most valuable?
It's user-friendly. It's easy to use.
The user interface is fine, there are no major changes required.
What needs improvement?
The performance needs improvement. Updates could be improved also.
The updates could be rolled out every quarter. We have experienced crashes with some of the updates.
I would also like to see more performance-oriented updates for better effectiveness. That would be very helpful.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Windows 10 for more than five years.
Windows 10 is the latest version.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
We have no issues with the stability of this solution.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Windows 10 is a scalable product.
I use this solution personally and for the company. We thousands of users in our company who use it, maybe more.
How are customer service and technical support?
Technical support is good. We have no issues with the technical support of Microsoft.
How was the initial setup?
We have an IT department of 50 or more, and a team of 10 to 15 system administrators, and managers to maintain this solution.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
I believe there is an agreement with Microsoft to pay the licensing fee yearly.
What other advice do I have?
I would recommend this solution to others who are interested in using it.
I would rate Windows 10 a seven out of ten.
Which deployment model are you using for this solution?
On-premises
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
Computer Technician at a educational organization with 501-1,000 employees
Stable, easy to install, but lacking MDM functionality
Pros and Cons
- "The initial setup is straightforward."
- "It would be valuable for Windows to have an MDM feature to deploy applications remotely to it natively, such as the Jamf solution for Apple."
What is our primary use case?
I am a technician and I mainly use this solution for providing troubleshooting support for different problems and reimaging for customers.
What needs improvement?
It would be valuable for Windows to have an MDM feature to deploy applications remotely to it natively, such as the Jamf solution for Apple.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using this solution for approximately one year.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is stable. However, the hardware it is running on is not always stable.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup is straightforward.
What other advice do I have?
I rate Windows 10 a seven out of ten.
Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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